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Table of Contents (cont'd)
Defensive Driving
Drunken Driving
Control of a Vehicle
Braking
SteeringDriving Tips for Various Road Conditions
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Loading Your Vehicle
Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning
Setting the Radio Clock
Radio/Cassette Player/CD PlayerRadio Theft-Deterrent Feature
Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
Hazard Warning Flashers
Jump Starting
Towing Your VehicleEngine Overheating
Changing a Flat Tire
If You're Stuck
Problems on the Road
iii
Section
3
Section
4
Section
5
Your Driving and the Road Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock
1. Unlock the sliding door and open the door from
the outside.
2. Move the security lock lever all the way down.
The sliding door lock will now work normally.
Liftgate
To unlock the liftgate from the outside, turn the key in
the cylinder clockwise. To lock the liftgate using the
key, turn the key counterclockwise.
Open the liftgate using the handle above the license
plate. Once slightly opened, the liftgate will rise by
itself. Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on,
illuminating the rear cargo area. See ªInterior Lampsº
in the Index.
NOTICE:
Be sure there are no overhead obstructions, such
as a garage door, before you open the liftgate.
You could slam the liftgate into something and
break the glass.
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the liftgate open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and
the liftgate:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on bi
-level (outside air button is pressed).
That will force outside air into your vehicle.
See ªComfort Controlsº in the Index.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
See ªEngine Exhaustº in the Index.
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
3
-2 Comfort Controls
3
-3 Air Conditioning
3
-4 Heating
3
-4 Defogging and Defrosting
3
-5 Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
3
-5 Rear Climate Control (Option)
3
-8 Ventilation System
3
-9 Audio Systems
3
-9 Setting the Clock
3
-9AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
with Radio Data Systems (RDS) and
Automatic Tone Control
3
-16 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player
with Radio Data Systems (RDS) and
Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)3
-23 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player with Radio Data
Systems (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control
(If Equipped)
3
-33 Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped)
3
-35 Theft-Deterrent Feature
3
-35 Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
3
-36 Understanding Radio Reception
3
-36 Tips About Your Audio System
3
-37 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
3
-38 Care of Your Compact Discs
3
-38 Care of Your Compact Disc Player
3
-38 Integrated Windshield Antenna
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Comfort Controls
This section tells you how to make your air system work
for you.
With this system, you can control the heating, cooling
and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a
flow
-through ventilation system described later in
this section.
Fan Knob
The left knob is the fan knob and selects the force of air
you want. Turn the knob clockwise to increase fan speed
and counterclockwise to decrease fan speed. The fan
must be turned on for the air conditioning compressor
to operate.Temperature Knob
The center knob controls the temperature of the air
coming through the system. Turn it clockwise (toward
the red area) for warmer air. Turn it counterclockwise
(toward the blue area) for cooler air.
Mode Knob
The right knob is used to select and determine the
direction of the air flowing into the vehicle.
UPPER: This setting directs outside air through
the instrument panel outlets.
BI-LEVEL: This setting directs outside air into
your vehicle in two ways. Cooler air is directed toward
your upper body through the front instrument panel
outlets, while warmed air is directed through the heater
ducts at your feet.
LOWER: This setting brings in most of the air
through the floor ducts. This setting is also used to send
air to the rear of the vehicle. Keep the area under the
front seats free of objects that could obstruct airflow to
the rear of the vehicle.
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DEFOG: This setting directs air to the windshield
and through the floor ducts. This mode is useful during
cold or inclement weather because of your vehicle's
larger windshield area.
DEFROST: This setting directs most of the air
to the windshield and side window vents.
Mode Buttons
OUTSIDE AIR: Press this button (the light will
glow) to send outside air into your vehicle. Using this
setting while trying to defrost or defog the windows
will help clear the vents of moisture. Press the
RECIRCULATION button (the light on the OUTSIDE
AIR button will go off) to limit outside air entering the
vehicle. When the DEFOG or DEFROST setting is
selected, the system will automatically go to
OUTSIDE AIR mode.
RECIRCULATION: Press this button (the light
will glow) to limit the amount of fresh air entering your
vehicle by recirculating much of the air inside your
vehicle. You may use this setting to limit odors entering
your vehicle. Press the OUTSIDE AIR button (the light
on the RECIRCULATION button will go off) to let
outside air circulate into the vehicle.Operating the Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning
(HVAC) system in the RECIRCULATION mode
may cause fogging of the vehicle's windows when the
weather is cold and damp. To clear the fog, switch the
HVAC system to either the DEFOG or DEFROST
mode and increase the fan speed. To avoid re
-fogging
of the windows, operate the HVAC system in the
OUTSIDE AIR mode.
Air Conditioning
On very hot days, your vehicle will cool down more
quickly and economically if you open the windows long
enough to let hot, inside air escape. For all settings,
adjust the temperature control knob and fan speed
as desired.
To get maximum cooling or a quick cool
-down on very
hot days, press the A/C and RECIRCULATION buttons
(the lights will glow) and turn the temperature knob
counterclockwise (toward the blue area). Adjust the
mode knob to direct the air to the desired location.
This setting should not be used for long periods of time
because the air may become too cold and dry. Push the
A/C button again (the light will go off) to turn off the
air conditioning.
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When the air conditioner compressor is on, you may
sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine
performance and power. This is normal. The system is
designed to help fuel economy while it maintains the
desired cooling level.
The air conditioner removes moisture from the air, so
you may sometimes notice water dripping from under
your vehicle's engine compartment when it is idling or
after it has been turned off. This is normal.
Heating
Turn the temperature knob clockwise (toward the red
area) to warm the air.
In the LOWER setting, outside air will be brought in
and sent through the floor outlets. The heater works best
if you keep your windows closed while using it.
The BI
-LEVEL setting is designed for use on sunny
days when the air is only moderately warm or cool.
On days like these, the sun may adequately warm your
upper body, but your lower body may not be warm
enough. For the best results, turn the temperature
control knob to the middle position, and then adjust it
for comfort.If you have the optional engine coolant heater and use
it during cold weather, 0F (
-18C) or lower, your
heating system will provide heat more quickly because
the engine coolant is already warmed. See ªEngine
Coolant Heaterº in the Index.
Defogging and Defrosting
To rapidly defrost the windshield, turn the temperature
control knob all the way clockwise (to the red area) and
turn the mode knob to DEFROST. Adjust the fan to the
highest speed.
To keep the windshield clear and bring in heated air
through the heater ducts, turn the mode knob
to DEFOG.
When the temperature outside is above freezing, the air
conditioner compressor will run in these settings to help
remove moisture from the air.
Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger
vents located on the top of the instrument panel. For
additional side window defogging, turn the mode knob
to the BI
-LEVEL setting and adjust the fan to the
highest speed. Aim the side vents on the instrument
panel toward the side windows. For increased airflow to
the side vents, close the center vents.
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Audio Systems
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily
and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the
most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it
first. Find out what your audio system can do and how
to operate all its controls, to be sure you're getting the
most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
If you have power door locks, your vehicle has a feature
called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP,
you can play your audio system even after the ignition is
off. See ªRetained Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Setting the Clock
Press and hold HR or MN for two seconds. Then press
and hold HR until the correct hour appears. AM or PM
will appear on the display. Press and hold MN until the
correct minute appears. The clock may be set with the
ignition on or off. The clock symbol will appear on the
display in time
-set mode.
To set the clock to the time of a station broadcasting
Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold
HR and MN at the same time for two seconds until
UPDATED and the clock symbol appear on the display.
If the time is not available from the station, NO UPDAT
will appear on the display instead.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
with Radio Data System (RDS) and
Automatic Tone Control
Playing the Radio
PWR: Press this button to turn the system on and off.
VOL: Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume.
Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.
DISP: Press this button to display the clock with the
ignition off.
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P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more
than two seconds. The radio will produce one beep.
Use P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations
stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio
will scan through each of the stations stored on your
pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
The AUTO TONE setting stored for that pushbutton will
be automatically chosen. Press P SCAN or one of the
pushbuttons again to stop scanning. SCAN will be
displayed whenever the tuner is in the P SCAN mode.
The channel number (P1
-P6) will appear with the
frequency. In FM mode, this function will scan through
the current band such as FM1 or FM2.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Press and release the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO
knob until BASS appears on the display. Then turn the
knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to
decrease bass. The display will show the bass level.
When you use this control, the radio's AUTO TONE
setting will switch to manual and the AUTO TONE
display will go blank. To set the tone and speaker
controls to the middle position, press and hold the
P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker
control is active. The radio will produce one beep
and display ALL with the level display in the
middle position.TREB: Press and release the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO
knob until TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to
decrease treble. The display will show the treble level.
When you use this control, the radio's AUTO TONE
setting will switch to manual and the AUTO TONE
display will go blank. If a station is weak or noisy,
you may want to decrease the treble.
AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose
preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for
ROCK, NEWS, POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC and COUNTRY
stations. TONE and the preset equalization setting will
appear on the display when you press AUTO TONE.
Each time you press it, another setting will appear on the
display. The manual setting allows tone control to return
to the BASS and TREB controls. Use PUSHBUTTONS
and AUTO TONE button to program AUTO TONE for
station presets.
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P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more
than two seconds. The radio will produce one beep. Use
P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations stored
on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will
scan through each of the stations stored on your
pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
The AUTO TONE setting stored for that pushbutton will
be automatically chosen. Press P SCAN or one of the
pushbuttons again to stop scanning. SCAN will be
displayed whenever the tuner is in the P SCAN mode.
The channel number (P1
-P6) will appear with the
frequency. In FM mode, this function will scan through
the current band such as FM1 or FM2.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Press and release the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO
knob until BASS appears on the display. Then turn the
knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to
decrease bass. The display will show the bass level.
When you use this control, the radio's AUTO TONE
setting will switch to manual and the AUTO TONE
display will go blank. To set the tone and speaker
controls to the middle position, press and hold the
P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob when no tone or
speaker control is active. The radio will produce one
beep and display ALL with the level display in the
middle position.TREB: Press and release the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO
knob until TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to
decrease treble. The display will show the treble level.
When you use this control, the radio's AUTO TONE
setting will switch to manual and the AUTO TONE
display will go blank. If a station is weak or noisy,
you may want to decrease the treble.
AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose
preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for
ROCK, NEWS, POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC and COUNTRY
stations. TONE and the preset equalization setting will
appear on the display when you press AUTO TONE.
Each time you press it, another setting will appear on the
display. The manual setting allows tone control to return
to the BASS and TREB controls. Use PUSHBUTTONS
and AUTO TONE button to program AUTO TONE for
station presets.
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P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more
than two seconds. The radio will beep once to confirm.
Use P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations
stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio
will scan through each of the stations stored on your
pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
The AUTO TONE setting stored for that pushbutton will
be automatically chosen. Press P SCAN or one of the
pushbuttons again to stop scanning. SCAN will be
displayed whenever the tuner is in the P SCAN mode.
The channel number (P1
-P6) will appear with the
frequency. In FM mode, this function will scan through
the current band such as FM1 or FM2.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Press and release the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob
until BASS appears on the display. Then turn the knob
clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease
bass. The display will show the bass level. When you use this
control, the radio's AUTO TONE setting will switch to
manual. To set bass to the middle position, select the control
and press and hold the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob. The
radio will produce one beep and set the display level to the
middle position. To set all tone and speaker controls to the
middle position, press and hold the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO
knob when no tone or speaker control is active. The radio will
produce one beep and display ALL with the level display in
the middle position.TREBLE: Press and release the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO
knob until TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to
decrease treble. The display will show the treble level.
When you use this control, the radio's AUTO TONE
setting will switch to manual. If a station is weak or
noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. To set treble
to the middle position, select the control and press and
hold the P
-TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob. The radio will
produce one beep and set the display level to the middle
position. To set all tone and speaker controls to the
middle position, press and hold the P
-TYPE
LIST/AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is
active. The radio will produce one beep and display
ALL with the level display in the middle position.
AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose
preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for
ROCK, NEWS, POP, JAZZ, CLASSICAL and
COUNTRY music stations. TONE and the preset
equalization setting will appear on the display when you
press AUTO TONE. Each time you press it, another
setting will appear on the display. The manual setting
allows tone control to return to the BASS and TREB
controls. Use PUSHBUTTONS and AUTO TONE
button to program AUTO TONE for station presets.